S.3197

Permits a signed release to be transmitted to the party responsible for paying the settlement or their attorney by electronic means.

Introduced·4/3/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S3197 allows a signed release to be sent electronically to the party responsible for paying a settlement.

Rhode Island S3197 amends the General Laws to permit a signed release to be transmitted electronically to the party responsible for paying a settlement or their attorney. This change aims to streamline the process of settling claims by allowing digital transmission of necessary documents. The bill also stipulates that any claim brought under these provisions will be prioritized on the trial calendar. Failure to make payment within thirty days will be presumed to be a willful and wanton disregard for the claimant's rights.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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6
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee on Judiciary: Be held for further study

8 Yea

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0 Nay

3 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 16

12:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 16

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 10

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/16/2026)

Apr 3

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary